The Station Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) of the Guadalupe Police Station arrested a 57-year-old woman classified as a high-value individual during a buy-bust operation in Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City, on Tuesday evening, June 23, 2026.
The suspect, known by the alias Igat, is a resident of Sambag 4, Barangay Guadalupe. The operation took place at around 10:45 p.m., resulting in the seizure of several packets of suspected shabu with a total weight of 450 grams and an estimated value of P3,060,000 based on the standard drug price.
Evidence and Investigation
All recovered evidence has been brought to the PNP Forensic Unit 7 for chemical analysis. According to the police, they received information that the suspect was involved in the illegal drug trade and was believed to have sold a large quantity of shabu weekly.
Initial investigation revealed that the suspect worked as a laundrywoman and was caring for her eight grandchildren, left in her care by her children who were unemployed. Aside from the small amount of financial assistance she received, this was reportedly one of the reasons she entered the illegal activity.
Charges Filed
The Guadalupe Police Station is preparing to file charges against the suspect for violation of Section 5 (Sale of Illegal Drugs) and Section 11 (Possession of Illegal Drugs), Article II of Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
